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LMIA exemption for CSQ holders - change of profession

Marlee

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Jan 16, 2014
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Montréal, Québec
Category........
Visa Office......
CSQ: BIQ New York; QSW: CPC Ottawa
NOC Code......
5131
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
CSQ: 14-01-2014, QSW: 08-12-2014
Doc's Request.
13-11-2015
Nomination.....
DM: 07-01-2016, CSQ: 15-10-2014
AOR Received.
CSQ: 14-05-2014, QSW: 26-03-2015
IELTS Request
IELTS 8.5 - TEFÀQ C1/C1
Med's Done....
Upfront
Interview........
Waiver
Passport Req..
Visa-exempt
VISA ISSUED...
COPR received 14-01-2016
LANDED..........
17-01-2016
Hey folks,

I have been wondering...I got a job offer in a profession which is not related to my AOT. Can I still apply for a new work permit even though I would be changing professions?

I obtained my CSQ under the PEQ class and I have been wondering whether I am LMIA exempt for all professions or just the profession I am currently working in.

Thanks in advance!